Tottenham Hotspur push for Savinho as transfer saga unfolds
Brazilian winger Savinho has formally notified Manchester City of his desire to leave, prompting Tottenham Hotspur to intensify negotiations for his signature. Reports indicate Tottenham view him as a priority target and are prepared to meet Manchester City’s valuation of roughly £60 million (£68 million with add‑ons). The clubs have yet to finalize a fee, but Tottenham hope to secure a deal possibly at a discount.
Separately, left‑back João Victor de Souza remains on the periphery of Tottenham’s plans. Benfica’s reported €20 million bid was rejected, while FC Porto have opened talks with his representatives. Manager Roberto De Zerbi has stated he wants midfielder Lucas Bergvall to stay, though he cannot promise a regular starting role. Bergvall has attracted interest from Newcastle United and Nottingham Forest.
Overall, Tottenham’s transfer strategy under De Zerbi involves strengthening the squad with high‑profile signings while managing the futures of peripheral players such as Souza and Bergvall.
Entities: Bournemouth · Eli Junior Kroupi · João Victor de Souza · João Victor de Souza Menezes · Lucas Bergvall · Manchester City · Manchester City Football Club · Roberto De Zerbi · Savinho · Tottenham Hotspur · Tottenham Hotspur Football Club
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What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.
- [● 9 SOURCES] Savinho has informed Manchester City of his desire to leave the club this summer. (de17321d-47dd-4799-965b-a962656f61db)
- [DISPUTED] Benfica declined interest in Souza while FC Porto are in talks about a transfer. (multiple)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Savinho made 48 appearances and scored three goals in his first season at Manchester City. (Savinho's total appearances and goals for Manchester City.)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Lucas Bergvall has attracted interest from Newcastle United and Nottingham Forest. (1253717c-5c7c-44c7-9af7-aac5a27166f3)
- [● 5 SOURCES] Tottenham are negotiating to sign Savinho from Manchester City for a fee between £60 million and £68 million. (Tottenham's fee range for Savinho reported between £60 m and £68 m.)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Savinho joined Manchester City in July 2024 from Troyes for about £30.8 million. (Savinho's transfer from Troyes to Manchester City for £30.8 m.)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Roberto De Zerbi wants Lucas Bergvall to stay at Tottenham but cannot guarantee him a starting role. (De Zerbi wants Bergvall to stay at Tottenham; Tottenham boss on Bergvall)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Tottenham left‑back Souza has made four appearances for the club and is linked with a move to FC Porto. (Souza's limited game time and Porto link.)
- [DISPUTED] Benfica made a €20 million offer for Tottenham left‑back Souza, which was later denied. (Benfica made a €20 million offer for Tottenham left‑back Souza)
- [● 2 SOURCES] Porto are in talks with Souza’s representatives about a possible transfer. (Souza's representatives in Portugal to open discussions with Porto)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Roberto De Zerbi said he wants Lucas Bergvall to stay at Tottenham but cannot guarantee him a starting role. (De Zerbi’s stance on Bergvall’s future.)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Tottenham are negotiating a transfer for Savinho with a fee estimated between £60 million and €68 million. (Tottenham‑tæt på Manchester City‑profil ... ; Mercado: Tottenham negoceia extremo ... ; Tottenham working to sign Savino)